Bolster your immune system with raw honey
Past studies have already shown that raw honey is rich in polyphenols and other phytochemicals from plants and flowers. Many people are also aware that eating raw honey is a great homeopath [...]
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Quercetin stops cancer cells in their tracks
Much to the chagrin of those “scientists” who’ve made recent claims that antioxidants may actually be “bad” for you, a new study has come forth to shine light on these disease-fighting powe [...]
Oregano oil to treat all your ailments
Oregano is one of the most popular herbs for a variety of types of cuisine, especially Italian. But did you know oregano oil is a potent medicine, used in healing practices for hundreds of [...]
8 benefits of omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are supposed to be good for you, but have you ever wondered why? If you’re skeptical of their health benefits, or just want to know more about them – this is the list fo [...]
Top 5 foods to protect against cold and flu
As pumpkin-flavored everything abounds, it’s clear fall has come again. And with all those delicious lattes comes the not-so-pleasant cold and flu season. We all know the standard tips: was [...]
Brain food? Improve your health by adding fish to your diet
If you want to beat depression, studies say eating more fish might just do the trick. Fish, especially fatty ones like salmon, mackerel, trout and herring, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. [...]
The incredible value of chickpeas
Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are the main ingredients in some of your probable-favorite foods. Hummus, falafel, and pasta e fagioli, just to name a few. But did you know chickpeas are pack [...]
Thrive: The first cooking oil made from algae
Solazyme, the microalgae specialist, has moved into the consumer goods market with the launch of their new product – Thrive. It’s the first culinary oil made from algae and will make its de [...]
Here are 5 surprising benefits of aloe vera
Aloe is well known for its ability to soothe sunburned skin, in addition to being a popular succulent plant to have around the house. It’s also a pretty resilient little plant that can thri [...]
Eat healthy, live healthy: 5 simple ways to reduce your risk of cancer
Statistics show cancer is constantly on the rise. While this should be cause for alarm, this fact is really not at all surprising, given the lifestyles most Americans lead. The diet of the [...]
